The cheapest and fastest trains from Brussels-Midi to Rotterdam Centraal
Cheapest price
$30
Average price
$62
Fastest journey
1 h 9 m
Average duration
1 h 9 m
Trains per day
38
Distance
121 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brussels-Midi to Rotterdam Centraal is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brussels-Midi to Rotterdam Centraal will cost around $62 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $30.
Of the 38 trains that leave Brussels-Midi for Rotterdam Centraal on Mon, Aug 24, 30 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 24 the direct trains cover the 121 km distance in an average of 1 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 9 m .
On Mon, Aug 24 the slowest trains will take 1 h 9 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
2009+
923110:50 AM2h00Brussels-Midi12:50 PMRotterdam Centraal$301One-way1 transfer
923110:44 AM2h06Brussels-Midi12:50 PMRotterdam Centraal$301One-way0 transfers
2010+
923511:50 AM2h00Brussels-Midi1:50 PMRotterdam Centraal$301One-way1 transfer
923511:44 AM2h06Brussels-Midi1:50 PMRotterdam Centraal$301One-way0 transfers
92677:44 PM2h06Brussels-Midi9:50 PMRotterdam Centraal$341One-way0 transfers
93098:53 AM1h09Brussels-Midi10:02 AMRotterdam Centraal$1061One-way0 transfers
93159:53 AM1h09Brussels-Midi11:02 AMRotterdam Centraal$1061One-way0 transfers
93015:53 AM1h09Brussels-Midi7:02 AMRotterdam Centraal$541One-way0 transfers
93757:53 PM1h09Brussels-Midi9:02 PMRotterdam Centraal$1061One-way0 transfers
93818:53 PM1h09Brussels-Midi10:02 PMRotterdam Centraal$681One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Brussels-Midi to Rotterdam Centraal
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brussels-Midi to Rotterdam Centraal among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $17.
Distance: 75 miles (121 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$43 Average price | $16 Average price Cheapest | $34 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 3m Average total duration 2h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Brussels-Midi to Rotterdam Centraal:
A bus is $27 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brussels-Midi to Rotterdam Centraal costing on average $43.
Other travel options to Rotterdam Centraal take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 33m.
You'll arrive about 33m sooner (1h 37m by train vs 2h 10m by car). Tickets start at around $43 compared to roughly $34 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with EuroCity, Eurocity Direct, NS International | IC Brussel, Eurostar, Alibus, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Brussels-Midi to Rotterdam Centraal train times
The table below shows live departures for Brussels-Midi to Rotterdam Centraal trains for today, Sunday, August 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
9263 | 6:44 PM Brussels-Midi | 2h06 | 8:50 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
9571 | 6:57 PM Brussels-Midi | 1h20 | 8:17 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
9267 | 7:44 PM Brussels-Midi | 2h06 | 9:50 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
9375 | 7:53 PM Brussels-Midi | 1h09 | 9:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
9575 | 7:57 PM Brussels-Midi | 1h20 | 9:17 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
9977 | 8:22 PM Brussels-Midi | 1h10 | 9:32 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
9387 | 9:53 PM Brussels-Midi | 1h09 | 11:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, August 24 | |||||
2003+ 2216+ 2555 | 4:50 AM Brussels-Midi | 2h48 | 7:38 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
9211 | 5:44 AM Brussels-Midi | 2h06 | 7:50 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
2004+ 9211 | 5:50 AM Brussels-Midi | 2h00 | 7:50 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
9301 | 5:53 AM Brussels-Midi | 1h09 | 7:02 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
9215 | 6:44 AM Brussels-Midi | 2h06 | 8:50 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
9523 | 6:49 AM Brussels-Midi | 1h28 | 8:17 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
2005+ 9215 | 6:50 AM Brussels-Midi | 2h00 | 8:50 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
9219 | 7:44 AM Brussels-Midi | 2h06 | 9:50 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
9527 | 7:49 AM Brussels-Midi | 1h28 | 9:17 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
2006+ 9219 | 7:50 AM Brussels-Midi | 2h00 | 9:50 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
9303 | 7:53 AM Brussels-Midi | 1h09 | 9:02 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
9309 | 8:53 AM Brussels-Midi | 1h09 | 10:02 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
9315 | 9:53 AM Brussels-Midi | 1h09 | 11:02 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
9317 | 10:05 AM Brussels-Midi | 1h27 | 11:32 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
9231 | 10:44 AM Brussels-Midi | 2h06 | 12:50 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
9539 | 10:49 AM Brussels-Midi | 1h28 | 12:17 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
2009+ 9231 | 10:50 AM Brussels-Midi | 2h00 | 12:50 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
9321 | 10:53 AM Brussels-Midi | 1h09 | 12:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
9235 | 11:44 AM Brussels-Midi | 2h06 | 1:50 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
9543 | 11:49 AM Brussels-Midi | 1h28 | 1:17 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
2010+ 9235 | 11:50 AM Brussels-Midi | 2h00 | 1:50 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
9329 | 12:22 PM Brussels-Midi | 1h10 | 1:32 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
9439 | 1:53 PM Brussels-Midi | 1h09 | 3:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
9339 | 1:53 PM Brussels-Midi | 1h09 | 3:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
9351 | 3:53 PM Brussels-Midi | 1h09 | 5:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
9363 | 5:53 PM Brussels-Midi | 1h09 | 7:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
9463 | 5:53 PM Brussels-Midi | 1h09 | 7:02 PM Rotterdam Centraal | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Brussels-Midi to Rotterdam Centraal
Trains from Brussels-Midi to Rotterdam Centraal run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $17 but you can travel from only $10 by bus.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:53, the last at 19:55. The fastest train covers the 75 miles (121 km) distance in 1h 9m.
Distance 75 miles (121 km) |
Average train duration 1h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 9m |
First train 3:53 AM |
Last train 7:55 PM |
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Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: EuroCity, Eurocity Direct, NS International | IC Brussel, Eurostar, Alibus, Intercity, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Brussels-Midi to Rotterdam Centraal trainsEuroCity, Eurocity Direct, NS International | IC Brussel, Eurostar, Alibus, Intercity, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Brussels-Midi and Rotterdam Centraal from $10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Brussels-Midi to Rotterdam Centraal
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brussels-Midi to Rotterdam Centraal by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Rotterdam Centraal, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Brussels-Midi to Rotterdam Centraal
Most Brussels-Midi to Rotterdam Centraal trains use the Bruxelles-Midi to Rotterdam Centraal station pair. Use this guide to compare Brussels-Midi and Rotterdam Centraal train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bruxelles-Midi from Brussels city centre
Bruxelles-Midi train station facilities and services
Bruxelles-Midi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Pullman Hotel Bar, Quick Gare du Midi, Subway, EXKi Zuid, Starbucks, Häagen-Dazs, Sbarro, The Coffee Club, The Belgian Chocolate House, PAUL, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available for a fee. ATMs are available at Bruxelles-Midi.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bruxelles-Midi. Information desks are located in the main concourse and next to the international platforms.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is baggage storage facility is located across from the Thalys business lounge.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bruxelles-Midi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bruxelles-Midi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bruxelles-Midi: Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with reduced mobility: elevators and escalators to all platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, disabled toilet and parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Les Lofts De Styliste, Park Inn by Radisson Brussels Midi, Pullman Brussels Centre Midi.
Getting to Rotterdam Centraal from Rotterdam city centre
Rotterdam Centraal train station facilities and services
Rotterdam Centraal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Smullers, Albert Heijn to go, Starbucks, La Place, Julia's, Ekmekci, LEON, The Doner Company, StationsHuiskamer, De Broodzaak, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are aTM machines are located outside the north side entrance and south side entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 00:00 - 24:00. Information desks are located inside the central hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located at the north side of the station, next to the escalator to Platform 15. A small safe costs €6.00 and a large safe costs €9.00 for 24 hours.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rotterdam Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Rotterdam Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Centraal: Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access, personalized mobility assistance.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Rotterdam Marriott Hotel, Layin’ Rotterdam Central, Hostel Ani & Haakien.
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